A memorial service for Mr. Bruce Hodge will be held on Thursday, August 23, 2018 at First Baptist Church of Meridian at 2:00 p.m. with visitation being from 1:30 p.m. until service time with Dr. Raymond Leake officiating.

Mr. Hodge, 68, of Meridian, passed away on Tuesday at Rush Hospital. He was a retired Chief Financial Officer in the medical field. He enjoyed playing golf and working in the yard. He was an avid LSU fan "Geaux Tigers". He loved his family and spending time with his friends.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Carolyn Hodge; Daughters, Stephanie Watkins (Matthew) and Sarah Hodge and her boyfriend Kyle Shepperd; and Grandchildren, Kyle Watkins and Olivia Watkins; Fur baby Sam; Brother, David Hodge (Melanie); Sister, Kellyn Hodge; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded by his parents, ; and a Brother, John Willliam "Billy" Hodge Jr.

Family and friends may sign the online memorial, leave a personal note for the family, or order flowers at www.jamesfwebb.com

Guestbook Entries

I will remember you fondly always! Dear friend and classmate . Great gentleman with great heart! We all felt your presence at the reunion!!! Many Blessings to your lovely family!! Love always, Cathy Pogue..."Fore"!!!😇⛳

Cathy Pogue

DeKalb, MS

Carolyn you and your family are in our prayers and we are so sorry for your loss. Lynn and Wayne Guy

Wayne and Lynn Guy

Pachuta, MS

We were saddened to receive the news on Bruce. May the Hodge family find comfort in the love he had for all of his family and friends. You can find comfort and assurance in knowing you were an important part of his life and nothing can assuage all the fond memories you have of him.

John Bryan

Livingston, AL

Kellyn, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love you

Ann Childres

French Settlement, LA

My deepest sympathy over the loss of such a fine man as Bruce was. Praying for his family and dear friends. Nancy

Nancy Harris Lycy

Port St. john, FL

So sorry for your loss. Carolyn, David, and Kellyn I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. With love to my cousins,Donna McCarra Woods

Donna Woods

Clemson, SC

We wish to express our sincere sympathy to the family of Mr. Bruce Hodge at this time.

James Rainey, Lauderdale County Assessor, and Staff

Meridian, MS

Carolyn and Family,Joy and I are so sorry to hear that Bruce has passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We (Bruce and I) go way back with both of us growing up at FBC.

Sonny and Joy Peery

Tuscaloosa, AL

So sorry for your loss. Love, Hugs, Prayers and Blessings....

Wilda and Glenn Gibson

Condolences(9)

Cathy PogueDeKalb, MS

Sunday, August 26, 2018

I will remember you fondly always! Dear friend and classmate . Great gentleman with great heart! We all felt your presence at the reunion!!! Many Blessings to your lovely family!! Love always, Cathy Pogue..."Fore"!!!😇⛳

Wayne and Lynn GuyPachuta, MS

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

Carolyn you and your family are in our prayers and we are so sorry for your loss. Lynn and Wayne Guy

John BryanLivingston, AL

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

We were saddened to receive the news on Bruce. May the Hodge family find comfort in the love he had for all of his family and friends. You can find comfort and assurance in knowing you were an important part of his life and nothing can assuage all the fond memories you have of him.

Ann ChildresFrench Settlement, LA

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

Kellyn, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love you

Nancy Harris LycyPort St. john, FL

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

My deepest sympathy over the loss of such a fine man as Bruce was. Praying for his family and dear friends. Nancy

Donna WoodsClemson, SC

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

So sorry for your loss. Carolyn, David, and Kellyn I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. With love to my cousins,Donna McCarra Woods

James Rainey, Lauderdale County Assessor, and StaffMeridian, MS

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

We wish to express our sincere sympathy to the family of Mr. Bruce Hodge at this time.

Sonny and Joy PeeryTuscaloosa, AL

Wednesday, August 22, 2018

Carolyn and Family,Joy and I are so sorry to hear that Bruce has passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We (Bruce and I) go way back with both of us growing up at FBC.